Government Grants in Canada
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For Nonprofits
POPULARFunding opportunities for nonprofit organizations
Arts Presenting Project Funding
hellodarwin.com
Due Dec 1
This grant supports the public presentation of professional artists by reimbursing a portion of their fees, covering up ...
Arts Across Canada and Abroad — Foreign Artist Tours
Canada Council for the Arts
Money for non-profits supporting artists
Economic Development Initiative (EDI) (FedNor)
Government of Canada, Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario
Funding for Northern Ontario non-profits promoting official languages
Community Interaction Program — Restoration and/or protection of biodiversity
St. Lawrence Action Plan
Money to protect the St. Lawrence ecosystem
Ontario Trillium Foundation — Sector Grant
Ontario Trillium Foundation
Due Oct 14
Funds projects that develop and share tools, strategies and approaches that strengthen the capacity of Ontario's non-pro...
Community Interaction Program — Study/action projects
St. Lawrence Action Plan
Money for study and action projects in the St. Lawrence ecosystem
Saskatchewan Arts Board Grants
Government of Saskatchewan, Saskatchewan Arts Board
Due Apr 1
Grants for arts sector projects in Saskatchewan
Yukon Film — Training Fund
Government of Yukon, Yukon Media Development
Funding for Yukon film training
Mississauga Foundation Catalogue of Community Needs Grant
cfofm.org
Due Sep 30
This grant allows charities to share their specific needs, which will be considered by donor-advised funders for their a...
ImmersART Micro-Grants
immersart.ca
Due Feb 5
Administered by the Fédération culturelle canadienne-française (FCCF) and the Department of Canadian Heritage, ImmersART...
Literary Individual Project Funding - Alberta Foundation for the Arts
alberta.ca
Due Mar 1
This grant provides up to $18,000 to support the development of individual Alberta artists, arts administrators, or an e...
ANSA Grants and Contributions Program
Nova Scotia Office of African Nova Scotian Affairs
Funds community-led projects that support the growth and sustainability of African Nova Scotian communities, such as cul...
Canada Cultural Investment Fund
canada.ca
Due Dec 1
The Canada Cultural Investment Fund encourages private sector investment, partnership and sound business practices to he...
City of Burnaby Community Grants
burnaby.ca
Due Mar 1
The City of Burnaby offers community grants to non-profit organizations that provide services or promote activities bene...
Canada Arts Presentation Fund (CAPF) – Programming: Professional Arts Festivals and Performing Arts Series Presenters
canada.ca
Due Oct 15
The Canada Arts Presentation Fund (CAPF) provides financial assistance to organizations that professionally present arts...
CanNor — Build Communities Strong Fund Direct Delivery Stream
Government of Canada, Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency
Support for projects of regional significance in Northern Ontario
Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) in British Columbia — Not-for-profit
Pacific Economic Development Canada
Support for B.C. businesses affected by tariffs
Looking Forward — Implementation Grants
Government of Manitoba, Manitoba Arts Council
Assistance for Manitoba’s arts and culture sector
Inclusion Program
Government of Saskatchewan, Ministry of Education
Funding for childcare services in Saskatchewan
Ontario Programs
YOUR PROVINCEGrants and funding available in Ontario
INVEST North Program — Innovation – Industrial Research Chair
Government of Ontario, Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation
Funding for research capacity in Northern Ontario
Vacant Commercial Space Fit-Out Grant Program
downtownlondon.ca
Due Sep 8
A grant from the City of London to assist with the cost of setting up empty commercial spaces for new business use. The ...
Starter Company Plus Training & Mentorship Program
investinhamilton.ca
Due Oct 26
This program, offered by the Hamilton Business Centre, provides training and mentorship for businesses less than two yea...
OMIF — Music Creation
Government of Ontario, Ontario Creates
Due Oct 29
Funding for Ontario music creators
Community Futures Ontario — Access to Capital
Community Futures Ontario
Loans for businesses in rural Ontario
Community Futures Ontario — Business Information and Planning Services
Community Futures Ontario
Assistance for rural Ontario entrepreneurs
Waubetek — Indigenous Women Entrepreneur Loan Fund
Waubetek Business Development Corporation
Funding for Indigenous women entrepreneurs
Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program
Government of Canada, Energy and Natural Resources Canada
Due Mar 31
Funding to reduce GHG emissions with renewables and grid modernization
Northwestern Ontario Innovation Centre
Northwestern Ontario Innovation Centre
Assistance for innovation of Northwestern Ontario
Waubetek — Aboriginal Business Financing Program
Waubetek Business Development Corporation
Funding for Aboriginal entrepreneurs
Community Grant Program
mississauga.ca
Due Oct 9
The City of Mississauga's Community Grant Program provides funding to Mississauga-based, not-for-profit community groups...
NRC — Printable Electronics - Ottawa research facility
Government of Canada, National Research Council Canada
Printable electronics facility in Ottawa
PARO BIZCamps
PARO Centre for Women’s Enterprise
Virtual camps for female entrepreneurs
Artists in Neighbourhoods (City of Waterloo)
waterloo.ca
Due Oct 19
The Artists in Neighbourhoods program supports collaborative community art initiatives between artists and neighbors in ...
INVEST North Program — Regional Tile Drainage
Government of Ontario, Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation
Funding for tile drainage in Northern Ontario
OMIF — Live Music
Government of Ontario, Ontario Creates
Due Oct 22
Funding for music events in Ontario
Ontario Office of the Employer Adviser
Government of Ontario, Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development
Advice on workers' compensation issues in Ontario
NRC — Heavy vehicle tilt research facilities
Government of Canada, National Research Council Canada
Heavy vehicle tilt testing in Ottawa
Ocean Supercluster
Canada's Ocean Supercluster
Funding to support Canada’s ocean industries
Browse by Province
For Women Entrepreneurs
POPULARPrograms supporting women-owned businesses
Alberta Women’s Economic Recovery — Capital Growth Initiative Loan
Community Futures Alberta
Support for women entrepreneurs in rural Alberta
NADF Indigenous Women in Business Program
Nishnawbe Aski Development Fund
Financing and support for Indigenous women in Northern Ontario
FIJE Fund
Centre d'Aide aux Entreprises Haute-Yamaska et région
Loans for business in Haute-Yamaska, Brome-Missisquoi or Rouville, Quebec
Newfoundland & Labrador Organization of Women Entrepreneurs
Newfoundland & Labrador Organization of Women Entrepreneurs
Help for women entrepreneurs in Newfoundland and Labrador
Entrepreneurial Outreach and Navigation Program — #BeTheDrum
Native Women’s Association of Canada (NWAC)
Mentorship and other resources for entrepreneurs
PARO Services
PARO Centre for Women's Enterprise
Support for women businesses and social enterprises
Waubetek — Indigenous Womens Entrepreneur Micro-Loan
Waubetek Business Development Corporation
Funding for Indigenous women entrepreneurs
Women Entrepreneurship Knowledge Hub
Women Entrepreneurship Knowledge Hub
Support for women entrepreneurs in Canada
Digital Edge
Alberta Women Entrepreneurs
Support for Alberta women's businesses
Landing-Pad Accelerator Program (LPAP)
Spark Centre
Support for newcomer and women entrepreneurs working in the EN3 sectors
Waubetek — Indigenous Women Entrepreneur Loan Fund
Waubetek Business Development Corporation
Funding for Indigenous women entrepreneurs
EDC — Inclusive Trade Investments Program
Government of Canada, Export Development Canada
Equity capital for diverse exporters
Visa's She's Next Grant Program
chase.ca
Visa's She's Next Grant Program offers funding to Canadian women entrepreneurs and businesses. Like government sources, ...
The Forum Pitch
theforumpitch.ca
Due Oct 8
A national program by Canadian charity The Forum offering women, non-binary, and trans-femme entrepreneurs micro-grant p...
WeMB — WeGreen Loans
WeMB
Support for women-led sustainable businesses in Manitoba
Parkdale Centre for Innovation — Women Founders Stream
Parkdale Centre for Innovation
Training for women and/or non-binary founders
Indigenous Women Entrepreneurs
Alberta Indian Investment Corporation
Money for Indigenous Women Entrepreneurs in Alberta
For researchers, consultants & data teams
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For Indigenous Entrepreneurs
POPULARPrograms supporting Indigenous-owned businesses
Tecumseh — Loan Program
Tecumseh Community Development Corporation
Funding for Indigenous businesses
First Peoples Economic Growth Fund — Entrepreneur Loan Program
First Peoples Economic Growth Fund Inc.
Loans for Manitoba First Nations entrepreneurs
TACC First Citizens Fund (FCF) Loan
Tale'awtxw Aboriginal Capital Corporation
Loans with partial forgiveness for Indigenous entrepreneurs in Coast Salish
Indigenous Leadership Fund — First Nations Stream
Government of Canada, Environment and Climate Change Canada
Funding to support climate action
NADF Indigenous Women in Business Program
Nishnawbe Aski Development Fund
Financing and support for Indigenous women in Northern Ontario
Canada Book Fund Publishers Business Development — Publishing Internships
Government of Canada, Canadian Heritage
Funding for book publishing internships
Aboriginal Business Loans — Youth and Womens Loans
Ulnooweg
Loans for Indigenous youth and women entrepreneurs in Atlantic Canada
Indigenous Economic Development Fund — Regional Partnership Grants Program
Government of Ontario, Ministry of Indigenous Affairs
Grant for regional Indigenous projects in Ontario
Indigenous Economic Development Fund — Business and Community Fund
Government of Ontario, Ministry of Indigenous Affairs
Grants for Indigenous businesses and communities in Ontario
Indigenous Growth Fund
nacca.ca
The Indigenous Growth Fund is a $153 million investment fund that aims to improve access to capital for Indigenous Finan...
Kakivak Association — Makigiaqvik Loans
Kakivak Association
Loans for Inuit business in Qikiqtani, Nunavut
BDC Financing — Indigenous Entrepreneur Loan
Government of Canada, Business Development Bank of Canada
Loan for Indigenous entrepreneurs
REGI — Funding for Indigenous businesses and organizations
Government of Canada, Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario
Financing for Indigenous businesses and organizations in Southern Ontario
Micro Lending Program
UlnooweG Development Group
Small loans for Indigenous entrepreneurs in Atlantic Canada
Aboriginal Business Loans — General
Ulnooweg
Loans for Indigenous entrepreneurs in Atlantic Canada
Kakivak Association — Economic Opportunity Fund
Kakivak Association
Funding for tourism businesses in Qikiqtani
JEDI — Indigenous Business Accelerator Program
JEDI - Joint Economic Development Initiative
Support to grow Indigenous businesses
Aboriginal Entrepreneurship Program — Access to Capital
National Aboriginal Capital Corporation Association (NACCA)
Financial support for Indigenous entrepreneurs
Alberta Indian Investment Corporation — Business Services
Alberta Indian Investment Corporation
Support for First Nations businesses
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IP Fund — Interactive content
Government of Ontario, Ontario Creates
Due Sep 14
Funding for video games and XR content in Ontario
Cooperative Education Incentive
Government of Nova Scotia, Labour and Advanced Education
Due Sep 15
Wage assistance for university and college co-operative students in Nova Scotia
IP Fund — Linear content
Government of Ontario, Ontario Creates
Due Sep 22
Funding for feature films and digital series in Ontario
Eastern Ontario Development Fund — Business project grants
Government of Ontario, Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade
Due Sep 23
Grants and advisory to grow in eastern Ontario
Southwestern Ontario Development Fund (SWODF)
waterlooedc.ca
Due Sep 23
The SWODF funds businesses, municipalities, and not-for-profit organizations to promote economic development in Southwes...
Regional Development Program — Advanced Manufacturing and Innovation Competitiveness Stream
Government of Ontario
Due Sep 23
Support for advanced manufacturing Ontario SMEs
Southwestern Ontario Development Fund — Community economic development projects
Government of Ontario, Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade
Due Sep 23
Grants for economic development in southwestern Ontario
Eastern Ontario Development Fund — Business project loans
Government of Ontario, Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade
Due Sep 23
Loans for business growth in eastern Ontario
Southwestern Ontario Development Fund — Business project loans
Government of Ontario, Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade
Due Sep 23
Loans and advisory for growth in southwestern Ontario
Eastern Ontario Development Fund — Community economic development projects
Government of Ontario, Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade
Due Sep 23
Grants for economic development in eastern Ontario
Southwestern Ontario Development Fund — Business project grants
Government of Ontario, Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade
Due Sep 23
Grants and advisory in southwestern Ontario
Youth Ventures NL
Youth Ventures NL
Due Sep 30
Help for young entrepreneurs in Newfoundland and Labrador
Newcomer Entrepreneur Accelerator Program
Global Startups
Due Oct 1
Support for technology companies of newcomer entrepreneurs
Saidye Bronfman Award
saidyebronfmanaward.ca
Due Oct 7
This $25,000 annual award recognizes exceptional Canadian fine craft artists and their contributions to the field, and i...
Canada Council for the Arts — Prizes
Canada Council for the Arts
Due Oct 7
Money and other prizes for artists
High Funding Opportunities
PREMIUMPrograms offering $100,000+ in funding - Dream big!
Discover Surrey Tourism Event Marketing Grant
discoversurreybc.com
This grant assists eligible associations and organizations with the costs of promoting a festival or event in Surrey. It...
Bioindustrial Innovation Canada (BIC)
Bioindustrial Innovation Canada
Due May 16
Support for bioeconomy devolopers
Sustainable Growth Investment — Growth Support
Gouvernement du Québec, La Financière agricole
Money for supply-management production in Quebec
ACOA — Industrial and Technological Benefits policy
Government of Canada, Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
Due Oct 20
Help with defence procurement for Atlantic contractors
WTC Toronto — Growth Development Program
World Trade Centre Toronto
Due Apr 1
Peer-groups, workshops and case studies for entrepreneurs
IP Fund — Linear content
Government of Ontario, Ontario Creates
Due Sep 22
Funding for feature films and digital series in Ontario
Nunavut Filmmakers Funding — Nunavut Spend Incentive Program
Nunavut Film Development Corporation
Rebate for production companies in Nunavut
Alberta Media Fund — Post-Production, Visual Effects and Digital Animation Grant
Government of Alberta, Ministry of Culture
Due Mar 1
Grant for Alberta post-production labour costs
Saskatchewan Advantage Innovation Fund
Government of Saskatchewan, Innovation Saskatchewan
Due Jul 31
Funding for R&D projects in Saskatchewan
Aboriginal Business Loans — General
Ulnooweg
Loans for Indigenous entrepreneurs in Atlantic Canada
Sustainable Growth Investment — Growth Support Plus
Gouvernement du Québec, La Financière agricole
Money for agri-business projects in Quebec
Equity & Access in the Arts
edmontonarts.ca
Due Sep 1
The Edmonton Arts Council's Equity & Access in the Arts grant invests in equity-deserving artists and collectives to pur...
Community Grants
calgaryfoundation.org
Calgary Foundation's Community Grants program strengthens the charitable sector and engages citizens in building their c...
Engage and Sustain
canadacouncil.ca
This program supports arts organizations at the heart of creative communities across Canada. It focuses on providing sup...
City of Vancouver Community and Neighborhood Grants Program
cityofvancouver.us
The City of Vancouver will offer a Community and Neighborhood Grants Program in early 2026 that supports local efforts t...
Waubetek — Indigenous Women Entrepreneur Loan Fund
Waubetek Business Development Corporation
Funding for Indigenous women entrepreneurs
Corner Store Grants
edmonton.ca
The Corner Store grant program targets Neighbourhood Commercial properties or properties that meet the commercial needs ...
WeMB — WeTech Loans
WeMB
Due Dec 1
Support for women and gender-diverse entrepreneurs in tech
WeMB — Training
WeMB
Due Apr 15
Training for Manitoba women entrepreneurs
For Small Businesses
POPULARPrograms designed specifically for small businesses
Support to Small Businesses Program
Canadian Red Cross
Support for small businesses impacted by 2025 Manitoba wildfires
Yukon Mineral Exploration Program
Government of Yukon, Department of Energy, Mines and Resources
Funding for mineral exploration in Yukon
Indigenous Cannabis Business Fund — Business Planning, Design, and Capital
New Relationship Trust
Support for Indigenous business development in the cannabis sector
Kakivak Association — Economic Opportunity Fund
Kakivak Association
Funding for tourism businesses in Qikiqtani
TACC First Citizens Fund (FCF) Loan
Tale'awtxw Aboriginal Capital Corporation
Loans with partial forgiveness for Indigenous entrepreneurs in Coast Salish
Advancing Agri-Food Processing
Government of New Brunswick, Department of Agriculture, Aquaculture and Fisheries
New Brunswick agri-food product development funding
Agricultural Technology Transfer and Licencing
Government of Canada, Agriculture and Agri-food Canada
Licence government agricultural technologies
Tax credit for film production services
Gouvernement du Québec, Société de développement des entreprises culturelles
Quebec film, animation and special effects tax credit
Community Tourism Destination Development Fund
Government of Yukon
Funding for sustainable tourism in Yukon
NRC — Cell Culture Pilot Plant
Government of Canada, National Research Council Canada
Biologics and vaccine production facility in Montreal
NRC IRAP Financial Assistance
Government of Canada, National Research Council Canada
Financial support for technology innovations
Current Tenders — Nova Scotia
Government of Nova Scotia, Procurement Services
Opportunities to sell to the Government of Nova Scotia
Saskatchewan Technology Startup Incentive
Government of Saskatchewan, Innovation Saskatchewan
Money to invest in tech startups in Sask.
FACTOR Live Performance Program
factor.ca
Due Dec 1
The Live Performance program subsidizes the cost of domestic and international performances, including showcases and tou...
Investment Attraction Fund
Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, Department of Industry, Energy and Technology
Newfoundland and Labrador investment attraction fund
Private Sector Inuktut Support Program
Government of Nunavut
Support for Inuit language compliance
Global Skills Strategy — Dedicated service channel
Government of Canada, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
Guidance for companies hiring temporary foreign workers
Manitoba Research and Development Tax Credit
Government of Manitoba, Department of Finance
Tax credit for R&D in Manitoba
Arts Presenting Project Funding
hellodarwin.com
Due Dec 1
This grant supports the public presentation of professional artists by reimbursing a portion of their fees, covering up ...
Community Futures Alberta — ExitNavigator
Community Futures Alberta
Help to buy or sell a business in rural Alberta
Marketing & Promotion Support
POPULARPrograms to help promote and market your business
AgriMarketing Program — Kosher and Halal Investment Component
Government of Canada, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Support for Canadian kosher and halal red meat industries
Aboriginal Business Financing Program — Community project
Native Commercial Credit Corporation
Business funds for First Nations communities in Quebec
Nunavut Filmmakers Funding — Market Endowment Program
Nunavut Film Development Corporation
Funding for producers in Nunavut
Touring Artist Fund
Government of Yukon, Department of Tourism and Culture
Funds for touring Yukon artists
Arts Across Canada and Abroad — Public Outreach
Canada Council for the Arts
Grant for arts and architecture professionals
Ontario Interactive Digital Media Tax Credit
Government of Ontario, Ontario Creates
Tax credit for interactive digital media in Ontario
Strategic Funds — Market Access Strategy
Canada Council for the Arts
Funds for official-language minority community artists
Tax credit for multimedia event or environment productions sponsored outside Quebec
Gouvernement du Québec, Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC)
Money to showcase your multimedia project outside Quebec
Arts Across Canada and Abroad — International Translation
Canada Council for the Arts
Money to translate artistic works for international presentation
Canada Brand
Government of Canada, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
"Product of Canada" branding
AgriMarketing Program — Market Diversification for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises
Government of Canada, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Money for SMEs in the agriculture, agri-food, or fish and seafood sectors
Kakivak Association — Economic Opportunity Fund
Kakivak Association
Funding for tourism businesses in Qikiqtani
Aboriginal Entrepreneurship Program — Access to Capital
National Aboriginal Capital Corporation Association (NACCA)
Financial support for Indigenous entrepreneurs
FACTOR (Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent on Recordings)
factor.ca
Due Dec 1
FACTOR provides support to Canadian recording artists, songwriters, managers, labels, publishers, event producers, and d...
Telefilm Canada — Marketing program
Government of Canada, Telefilm Canada
Due Feb 16
Financial support for marketing and distribution of feature films
CQCC — Tourism
Government of Canada, Canadian Queer Chamber of Commerce ( CQCC )
Market your tourism business to LGBT+ travellers
STEP Market Access Program
Government of Saskatchewan, Saskatchewan Trade and Export Partnership
Funding to help Saskatchewan businesses market domestically and internationally
Market Development and Access
Government of New Brunswick, Department of Agriculture, Aquaculture and Fisheries
Funding for emerging market opportunities in New Brunswick agriculture
BDC Advisory Services — Sales and marketing
Government of Canada, Business Development Bank of Canada
Tips to increase the efficiency of your sales and marketing
Soutien aux festivals et aux événements culturels
montreal.ca
Due Nov 15
A Ville de Montréal municipal grant program designed to assist cultural organizations presenting professional art festiv...
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Government Grants in Canada: Common Questions
What government grants are available in Canada?
Canada offers thousands of government grants across federal, provincial and municipal programs — covering business financing, workforce training, research and innovation, clean energy, agriculture, and arts and culture. This directory brings 1,400+ programs together so you can search them in one place.
Are there both federal and provincial government grants in Canada?
Yes. Federal programs run nationwide, while each province and territory funds its own programs tied to local priorities. Many organizations qualify for both, so it's worth filtering by your region to see federal and provincial funding side by side.
Who can apply for government grants in Canada?
Eligibility depends on the program. Grants target specific applicant types — small businesses, nonprofits and charities, Indigenous-owned enterprises, municipalities and researchers — and set rules around sector, project stage and location. Each program page lists its exact eligibility criteria.
Do you have to repay government grants in Canada?
Most government grants are non-repayable, unlike loans. Some funding is offered as repayable contributions or as a mix of grant and loan, so always check the funding type and terms on the individual program before applying.
How do I find government grants I qualify for?
Start by filtering this directory by your region and category, then review each program's eligibility, funding amount and deadline. Focusing on programs that are currently open and match your organization type is the fastest way to build a shortlist worth applying to.
Government grants in Canada come from three levels: federal programs that run nationwide, provincial and territorial programs tied to where you operate, and regional or municipal grants aimed at local priorities. Most are non-repayable, but each sets its own eligibility rules around applicant type, sector, project stage and location — which is why the same organization can qualify for one program and be ineligible for the next.
The categories on this page narrow the field fast. Filter by region to surface provincial and federal funding available where you're based, or browse by theme — business financing, workforce training, clean energy, research and innovation, arts and culture, and more — to match grants to what you actually do. Deadlines and funding ranges are shown on every program so you can prioritise what's open and worth pursuing.
Whether you're a small business, nonprofit, Indigenous-owned enterprise or municipality, this catalogue brings federal and provincial grant programs together so you can search one place instead of dozens of government sites. Open any program to see funding amounts, eligibility, deadlines and how to apply.